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Embark on a TALK down memory lane with "Tales from South Florida," a podcast that dives deep into the rich tapestry of stories from the region. If places and names like the Hollywood Sportatorium, Pirates World, Rascal House, Pioneer City, and Sunrise Musical Theater bring back fun-filled memories, well, you are in the right place. Whether you're a native Floridian or a recent transplant, the tales of the people, places and events that made us famous, and infamous, beckon. Based on his perso ...
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Hacienda Village, Ojus and Lazy Lake-South Florida Small Towns
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Join me, Bill Monty, on a nostalgic "Talk Down Memory Lane" as we uncover the hidden gems in this Tale from South Florida! Amid the hustle and bustle of our sprawling suburbs, there’s a treasure trove of charming small towns waiting to be explored. In this podcast episode, we dive into the captivating sto…
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John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Key Largo Memories
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Take a TALK Down Memory Lane! Join your host, Bill Monty, as he takes you on a vivid journey to one of Florida’s and the United States' premier destinations: Key Largo and the iconic John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Ever wondered who John Pennekamp was and how this world-renowned underwater park and …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Take a TALK Down Memory Lane. In August 1992, Hurricane Andrew unleashed its fury, tearing through the western side of Dade County with unparalleled force. This devastating storm didn't just bring destruction—it transformed lives. Host Bill Monty takes you back to those fateful days leading up to the hurr…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Take a TALK Down Memory Lane to a different time when America was embroiled in war, protests, nasty politics and it all came down to Miami Beach in a two-month span. Richard Nixon, George McGovern, Hippies, weed, protests, and my Mom and Dad, all in this episode of Tales from South Florida. Support the sh…
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Henry Flagler and the Train That Built Florida
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Henry Flagler could be called Mr. Florida, as without his vision, his drive and his money, how and when Florida developed into an agricultural staple and tourist destination would have been a very different story. His story is Florida's history. Especially South Florida's. Take a TALK Down Memory Lane wit…
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William Cooley and The New River Massacre
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. From Key West to Tampa, William Cooley was one of the first and most influential settlers to Florida. When he finally settled in the New River Settlement in what would become Fort Lauderdale he made his fame and fortune in farming, wrecking and politics. But one judicial decision would lead to death and t…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Let's Take a TALK Down Memory Lane. In the second episode of "The Men Who Built South Florida" we delve into the life and legacy of George Edgar Merrick, a man whose vision shaped the very landscape of Coral Gables, leaving an indelible mark on history. Despite his pivotal role in designing iconic institu…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Step into the riveting saga of Carl Fisher, a visionary from Indiana whose passion for bicycles blossomed into an unparalleled legacy. From pioneering the Indianapolis Speedway to constructing the nation's inaugural East-West highway and later the groundbreaking Dixie Highway, Carl's relentless drive resh…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Anyone remember Burdines? Richards? Jordan Marsh? The Orange Bowl? Chess King? Spec's Music and Tapes? Today, I discuss the places where we went to meet friends, get jobs, and simply hangout. The Dadeland Mall, The 163rd Street Shopping Center, The Hollywood Fashion Center and The Hollywood Mall. They def…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. You can use many words when describing the Florida Keys but conventional isn't one of them. In honor of the Keys Independence Day coming up on April 23, on this episode i talk about one of my favorite Tales from South Florida: the time when Key West just said, "To heck with it. We're out of here!", becomi…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Do you remember when: Hotel row was the place to take visitors so they could see The Castaways, the original Diplomat, the Eden Roc and more? Saturdays were for spending the day riding your bicycle with friends all day? Eating at Royal Castle? Or the lunch counter at Woolworth's? Shopping at Jackson Byron…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. When Joseph Young named his local parcel of land Hollywood, he was hoping to mirror in South Florida the burgeoning film industry of its Californian namesake. While the aspiration seemed lofty, South Florida did indeed become a cinematic hotspot, especially during the mid to late 20th century. This week, …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Step into the glamorous world of Hemingway's, nestled in a historic building in downtown Hollywood, Florida. A haven for the famous and infamous alike, Hemingway's was more than just a restaurant; it was a legendary institution where culinary excellence met celebrity intrigue. Diners were treated not only…
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South Florida Celebrities Part 2 - Zev Buffman
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Who was Zev Buffman and why should we celebrate him? Well...he was the architect of the modern Broadway touring business, brought the Coconut Grove Playhouse to life again in the early-1960's, renovated, built or backed venues all-over South Florida, created a little event called the Coconut Grove Arts Fe…
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Rascal House, Corky's, Pumpernik's and Wolfie's: The Delis from Yesterday
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Step into the bustling streets of South Florida, where the aroma of freshly baked bagels. Once upon a time, Corky's, Wolfie's, Pumpernik's, and Rascal House stood as icons of the region, where locals and luminaries alike gathered to savor the flavors of tradition. From the glittering lights of Miami to th…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. It was a time like no other in recent memory. By the time it ended hundreds of thousands of college students were coming to Fort Lauderdale to spend their spring Break in the surf and the sun and living life to its fullest. How did the annual ritual of Spring Break begin, what catapulted it and Fort Laude…
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Neil Rogers, Rick Shaw and South Florida Radio
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. From WQAM in the 60's to WSHE's album rock in the 70's to the new sounds of Country music in the 80's and the advent of great talk radio which would dominate South Florida radio in the 90's, we're taking a TALK down memory lane and reminiscing about the evolution of radio in South Florida over the decades…
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Pioneer City, the Kapok Tree Inn and Long Key Nature Center
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Step into the wild and untamed west of Broward County, where history echoes through the dusty streets of Pioneer City. Once a bustling replica of Dodge City, Kansas, with its own train, shoot-outs, and dancing girls, it vanished as quickly as it came. But the legacy it left behind is etched in the annals …
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South Florida Celebrities, Part 1: Sidney Poitier, Esther Rolle and Vinette Carroll
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. In this special episode of Tales from South Florida, and in honor of Black History Month, we pay tribute to three remarkable African-American artists who have left an indelible mark on South Florida's cultural landscape. Join us as we delve into the lives and careers of these influential artists, whose im…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. At one time it was listed as the 4th largest amusement park in the United Staes. Opened in 1967 and using service and entertainment concepts found at Disnleyland, but pre-Disney World, Pirates World was the go-to place for fun in the South Florida sun with 15 attractions including the original Steeple Cha…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. It used to be that there was only one way to get from Southwest Florida to Southeast Florida, and it took forever. In 1968 a new road opened that allowed for high-speed travel coast-to-coast. You just had to not mind 80 miles of a dangerous two-lane road laden with snakes, panthers and alligators. Origina…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. He became the face and voice for Florida good times and made the Florida Keys THE place to be. When he passed on September 2, 2023, he left a gap in the hearts of Parrotheads everywhere and while Bill Monty doesn't call himself a Parrothead, his love of the music and attitude of the Caribbean troubadour d…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. You are invited to take a TALK down memory lane as we explore all of the Tales From South Florida Support the show Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE! Share your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail at 754-800-3170. Be sure …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. If you attended a concert in South Florida between 1971 and 1988 it is more than likely that you were at the Hollywood Sportatorium. Going there meant waiting in traffic, trying to stay dry inside when it was raining outside and a bathroom experience unique to the time. And then there were the acoustics. …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. In this special episode, we explore a couple of haunted Tales from South Florida for you. First up, The Biltmore Hotel where a mischievous mobster murdered in 1929 likes playing elevator man with the ladies. But is he a smooth operator? And what's up with those spectral flashers in the hospital gowns? Nex…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. in 1972 the Miami Dolphins accomplished something that no football team has done before or since; an undefeated season, with no tie scores, resulting in victory in Super Bowl VII. It was a season that united our community and placed the spotlight on professional sports in South Florida. With names like Cs…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. It's the premiere episode of Tales From South Florida. Host Bill Monty lets you know what the show is all about, how you can be an active participant, and then we dive straight into one our first...Tales From South Florida; Broward County's own marine park, Ocean World. Remember to LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, S…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. If you grew up in South Florida, or live here now, then you know there's a story around every corner. From Al Capone to Meyer Lansky, the Fort Lauderdale strip to strippin' it off at Haulover Beach, Flipper to Miami Vice, we're exploring stories from yesterday and today. These are Tales from South Florida…
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